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Two men will not agree completely

No man has everything right

Let the Holy Spirit guide you in the truth



“In essentials unity; in non-essentials liberty; in all things love.”

Most Christians have heard this variation of the historical Christian motto. 

It is a favorite of those that emphasize ecumenical love over doctrinal agreement.

I have never heard it used by someone while making a stand for Bible truth, 

but always from those who would have us overlook doctrinal differences, 

and give up pursuing doctrinal unity in the church.

what is essential ?

what is non-essential ?

There must be important truths held in agreement

the pillar and ground of the truth  [[1 Timothy 3]]:15; [[1 Timothy 2]]:4.

Can two walk together except they be agreed  [[Amos 3]]:3? 

Sound doctrine in all things is essential  [[2 Timothy 2]]:7.

We ought to speak the truth in love  [[Ephesians 4]]:25.


the indwelling of the Holy Spirit 

who is able to teach us from the word of God rightly divided  [[1 Corinthians 2]]:10-13.





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